Synopsis: GNCT of Delhi Amendment Bill 2021 appears to go against the idea of representative government. Introduction The Centre’s Bill is trying to amend the law that relates to the governance of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. The bill claims that its aim is to implement the Supreme Court judgments on Delhi’s governance structure.… Continue reading GNCT of Delhi Amendment Bill 2021 and Supreme Court’s Verdict
Inefficiencies in the Aadhaar project
Synopsis: There are many issues regarding the use of Aadhaar for the identification of beneficiaries. So, the central and state governments should allow for an alternative identification mechanism. Contents1 Background2 What are the issues in Aadhar based identification system?3 Other challenges in using Aadhar based identification system4 Way forward Background There was mandatory usage of… Continue reading Inefficiencies in the Aadhaar project
Impact of inflation targeting in India
Synopsis: According to the Executive Director IMF, Surjit S Bhalla, Inflation targeting has been ineffective in controlling inflation. Moreover, it has also contributed to a decline in GDP growth because of high repo rates. About inflation targeting The concept of ‘Inflation targeting’ was got acceptance in New Zealand first. Later, 33 countries adopted it as… Continue reading Impact of inflation targeting in India
[UPSC Interview Transcript #88]: Manoj Soni Board, Mechanical Engineering Optional, Rubik’s cube, Sudoku, Jogging Hobbies
Interview Date: 28-02-2020 (Afternoon) Board: Manoj Soni Sir Hobbies: Rubik’s cube, Sudoku, Jogging Background: B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering Optional: Mechanical Engineering Chairman Write the figure of 5 trillion. What is gdp. What is this 5 trillion dollar economy. How to achieve it. What can an individual do to make it happen. How to give boost… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #88]: Manoj Soni Board, Mechanical Engineering Optional, Rubik’s cube, Sudoku, Jogging Hobbies
[UPSC Interview Transcript #87]: Smita Nagraj Board, Mathematics Optional, Dancing, Cooking Hobbies
Date of Interview: 28/02/2020 Board: Smt Smita Nagraj Background: B.Tech & MS in Civil Engg Optional: Maths Employee: NABARD Hobbies: dancing, cooking (no questions asked on hobbies) Chairman How is your work in NABARD? Do we need NABARD? Are other institutions not sufficient? Gov also has specialised staff, monitoring personnel, etc.? As you have mentioned… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #87]: Smita Nagraj Board, Mathematics Optional, Dancing, Cooking Hobbies
10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz | March 20 2021
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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – March 20, 2021
Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs March 20 brief for you today Contents1 GNCT of Delhi Amendment Bill 2021 and Supreme Court’s Verdict2 Significance of QUAD leaders’ summit for India3 Impact of inflation targeting in India4 Inefficiencies in the Aadhaar project GNCT of Delhi Amendment Bill 2021 and Supreme Court’s Verdict… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – March 20, 2021
Effectiveness of Inflation Targeting in India – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction: RBI adopted the Inflation Targeting on the recommendations of the Urjit Patel committee in 2016. Almost 5 years have passed since its adoption. The RBI has also announced a formal review of its inflation targeting method. Hence, there is a requirement for an elaborate review to examine the performance of this method. In this… Continue reading Effectiveness of Inflation Targeting in India – Explained, Pointwise
Validity of “State’s resolution against Central laws”
What is the News? The Supreme Court has found no harm in State Legislative Assemblies passing resolutions against Central laws. It was seen in the cases of the Citizenship Amendment Act or the new farm laws. What was the case? Several State Assemblies passed resolutions against the Citizenship Amendment Act and the farm laws. A… Continue reading Validity of “State’s resolution against Central laws”
“US India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative” launched
What is the News? Indo-U.S Science and Technology Forum(IUSSTF) launched the US-India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative. About US India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative: The initiative will serve as a platform for India and the United States(US) to cooperate on Artificial Intelligence(AI). Goals of US India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative: Firstly, to strengthen US-India strategic partnership by focusing on… Continue reading “US India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative” launched
